Mar 26

Giada D300 bare-bones computers announced

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Giada has been making small computer systems, including a number of different bare-bones machines for a long time. The company is back with a new machine that is shipping soon called the D300. This new computer uses third-generation Intel Core processors.

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The D300 family of machines also features support for the Trusted Platform Module providing security with high levels of data encryption. That feature will allow the new bare-bones system to be used in IT departments or large enterprises. The manufacturer says that the small bare-bones system is ideal for industrial control applications, smart traffic control systems, security and surveillance systems, commercial terminals, and other applications where a small compact size is desired.

The D300 computer measures 236 mm x 182 mm x 50 mm and features the Intel HM77 Express chipset. The machine supports Core i3, i5, and i7 processors with a TDP of no more than 35 watts. The computer system has two SO-DIMM slots for RAM supporting up to 16 GB of DDR3-1333/1600 RAM. The board used inside the machine also has a pair of mini-PCIe slots allowing the installation of additional peripherals.

The front panel of the computer features ports for a microphone and headphones, two USB 3.0 ports, and two serial COM ports. A version the machine is also available that lacks those COM ports. The back of machine has three additional audio connectors, a pair of Ethernet ports, four USB 2.0 ports, and the DVI, VGA, and HDMI connectivity. Pricing for the machines will depend on the package chosen and will be announced at a later date.

[via Giadatech]


Giada D300 bare-bones computers announced is written by Shane McGlaun & originally posted on SlashGear.
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Oct 03

Matrox unveils new TripleHead2Go multi-monitor adapter

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Ask any PC gamers with a beefy rig, and they’ll tell you that you want to be using a multi-monitor display while gaming. Naturally, gamers aren’t the only ones using multi-monitor displays, as those setups also come in handy in the workplace. There’s just one problem: if your desktop or laptop only has a single video-out, you’re out of luck when it comes to using a multi-monitor display.


Matrox is looking to solve that problem with its new TripleHead2Go Digital SE multi-monitor adapter. Using this, it will allow you to use a multi-monitor display supporting up to three DVI monitors even if your machine only has a single video out. Matrox says that TripleHead2Go – which is compatible with machines using DisplayPort, Mini DisplayPort, or a Thunderbolt port – works with a “wide range of GPUs” running on Windows or Mac computers, but didn’t get into specifics as far as what those GPUs actually are.

TripleHead2Go comes complete with Matrox PowerDesk, which boasts a number of features that give you more control over your multi-monitor setup. One of the features Matrox focuses on in its announcement is Bezel Management, which “compensates for the gap in an image resulting from the bezels of adjacent monitors.” Three monitors not enough for you? If you’re using a Windows PC, you can take advantage of Multi-GXM support and connect two TripleHead2Go adapters, allowing you to use up to 6 monitors at a time.

On Windows, TripleHead2Go is compatible with monitors running resolutions up to 1920×1080 at 50Hz, while on Mac, the highest you can go is 1360×768 at 60Hz. TripleHead2Go will be available sometime next month – Matrox didn’t give a specific release date – and will cost $279.00. In the US and Europe, these multi-monitor adapters will be available directly from Matrox, otherwise, you can find them at any certified Matrox seller.


Matrox unveils new TripleHead2Go multi-monitor adapter is written by Eric Abent & originally posted on SlashGear.
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Sep 07

NVIDIA unveils Quadro K5000 video card for Mac Pro users

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For the most part, PC enthusiasts still imagine Mac computers as closed platforms with hardware that you can’t upgrade. Outside of upgrading RAM, that notion might be true for some Mac computers. However, Mac Pro users do have a few more options for upgrades. NVIDIA has announced a new video card for Mac Pro users that promises very impressive performance called the Quadro K5000.

The new video card is based on the Kepler architecture, which NVIDIA claims is the world’s fastest and most efficient GPU design. NVIDIA says that the K5000 is the most powerful professional-class GPU ever created for Macintosh users and the video card is aimed at designers and digital content creators. The GPU supports Cinema 4K resolution of 4096 x 2160.

The video card has a new display engine that is capable of driving up to four displays at the same time. The Quadro K5000 is equipped with 4 GB of graphic memory promising faster interactivity when using design and content creation applications. NVIDIA’s Kepler architecture promises to allow content creators to run key creation applications up to twice as fast and with lower power requirements than Fermi-based Quadro 4000 video cards for the Mac.

If a single Quadro K5000 isn’t enough power, the design of the video card supports two of the K5000 GPU’s in a single Mac Pro, sort of like SLI support for gamers. The GPU supports OpenGL, OpenCL, and CUDA. How much does all this power cost? The estimated retail price for the video card starts at $2249. Performance certainly has a price.


NVIDIA unveils Quadro K5000 video card for Mac Pro users is written by Shane McGlaun & originally posted on SlashGear.
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